Chak Asray - Marh, Jammu
Chak Asray is a village situated in the Marh tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 26 km from Jammu and around 26 km from Jammu. Saharan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chak Asray village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chak Asray is 005842. The village covers a total geographical area of 37.6 hectares and falls under the 180002 pincode. Jammu is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Chak Asray village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Marh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chak Asray
As per Census 2011, Chak Asray village has a total population of 248 people, consisting of 127 males and 121 females. The village has 54 households and a sex ratio of 952 females per 1,000 males. There are 24 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 175 literate and 73 illiterate residents. Additionally, 37 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chak Asray are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 248 | 127 | 121 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 15 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 37 | 19 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 175 | 99 | 76 |
| Illiterate Population | 73 | 28 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Chak Asray
Chak Asray is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Chak Asray
Chak Asray is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Chak Asray.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jammu to Chak Asray is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Chak Asray is about 26 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chak Asray
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chak Asray village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Chak Asray
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chak Asray village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chak Asray
Where is Chak Asray located?
Chak Asray village is located in Marh Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chak Asray?
The Gram Panchayat of Chak Asray is Saharan.
What is the pincode of Chak Asray?
The pincode of Chak Asray is 180002.
What is the population of Chak Asray?
Chak Asray has a total population of 248, including 127 males and 121 females.
How many households are there in Chak Asray?
There are 54 households in Chak Asray.
What is the literacy rate in Chak Asray?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chak Asray is 70.56%. Male literacy is 77.95% and female literacy is 62.81%.